For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 187 students in 62912, IL.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 62912, IL are Lick Creek Elementary School and Buncombe Cons School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 62912 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Illinois public middle school average of 24%), and reading proficiency score of 15% (versus the 29% statewide average). Middle schools in 62912, IL have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Illinois public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 62912, IL Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lick Creek Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7355 Lick Creek Rd
Buncombe, IL 62912
(618) 833-2545
Buncombe, IL 62912
(618) 833-2545
Gr: PK-8 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #22.
Buncombe Cons School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
164 Main
Buncombe, IL 62912
(618) 658-8830
Buncombe, IL 62912
(618) 658-8830
Gr: K-8 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 62912, IL?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 62912, IL include Lick Creek Elementary School and Buncombe Cons School.
How many public middle schools are located in 62912?
2 public middle schools are located in 62912.
What is the racial composition of students in 62912?
62912 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Illinois public middle schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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